If you are a fast typist and you have a good vocabulary then starting a secretarial services business and providing typing services might be a good choice for you. There is a lot of demand of such services in the market which makes this kind of a business likely to prosper. Here are the things you need to get your business started and approximately how much these items will cost you.
First of all you will need a computer with a word processing program; you do not need a high end computer unless you intend to provide graphic or web design services as well. A computer usually costs 200-2500 dollars depending on its condition. You will also need a printer; since providing typing services do not need anything fancy so you will good with a cheap inkjet printer which costs about 10 dollars for a used one.
You will need a desk and chair as well; you can easily get a small computer desk and a comfortable computer chair for approximately 75 dollars if you are not looking for something too expensive. You will also need office supplies like pens, paper clips, stapler etc and a it is best to get a separate telephone line. These costs have to be checked because they are not fixed; plus you will need a business license which costs depending on your area.